A set of siblings of the family of the late Rocky Mount native and Jazz great Thelonious Monk was in the city earlier this ...

Composer and pianist Thelonious Monk’s eccentric style and innovative harmonies redefined jazz. His numerous contributions to ...

What can I say to my chronically late friend without hurting the relationship? --Tired of the Waiting Game Dear Waiting Game: Your friend Lisa may be charming, but her chronic lateness isn’t.

JackF - stock.adobe.com DEAR ABBY: I recently turned 30, and I find myself in kind of a “My Big Fat Greek Wedding” situation, specifically the scene where Toula’s father has invited several ...

My girlfriend and I have been together for just over a year and we make each other very happy. Recently, she's opened up about struggling with her self-esteem and experiencing body image issues ...

DEAR ABBY: I’ve been divorced for 13 years and have been dating “Paul” for the last five years. Paul is kind, helps with things around the house and loves my friends and family. We share ...

Bethany - stock.adobe.com DEAR ABBY: I lost my wife 14 years ago. We were married for 26 years. Our two children are now adults. I have since remarried and moved to another state. My children love ...

Born on February 22, 1924, in New York City, he played with numerous prominent jazz musicians throughout his career, including artists like Count Basie, Thelonious Monk, and Charles Mingus. His ...

Dear Abby: I lost my wife 14 years ago. We were married for 26 years. Our two children are now adults. I have since remarried and moved to another state. My children love and respect their stepmother.

It feels awkward and inappropriate to tell her the reason for my continuous cancellations. How would you proceed? — FRIEND IN STICKY SITUATION DEAR FRIEND: You aren’t going to change her.

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Dear Annie: Nearly 13 years ago, my husband and I lost our 12-year-old son to a severe asthma attack. Since then, I have encountered numerous instances where I meet new people and am asked how ...